Female genital mutilation: a systematic review of research on its economic and social impacts across four decades (2016)
This study is a Systematic Review regarding All FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Mpinga,E. K.,Macias,A.,Hasselgard-Rowe,J.,Kandala,N. B.,Félicien,T. K.,Verloo,H.,et. al.
FGM/C Type(s): All
Health area of focus: None.
Objective: characterize over a 40-year period the scientific output on the consequences of FGM in African countries,the most affected region known for the high prevalence of FGM,and review data on the socioeconomic consequences of the practice.
Study Population: Relied on articles
Findings: The publication of articles on the consequences of FGM is increasing,but there is little researchon the socioeconomic consequences of the practice. More scientific data focusing on this dimension isnecessary to strengthen prevention,advocacy,and intervention campaigns.
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Not specified
Country(ies):Not specified